Homemade Vanilla Extract (Easy 2-Ingredient Recipe)
This easy homemade vanilla extract uses just vanilla beans and vodka to create deep, real vanilla flavor. Gluten free, budget-friendly, and perfect for baking or gifting.
Ingredients
- 1 cup Vodka 80 Proof
- 6-8 beans Vanilla Beans
Instructions
- Place a slit down the sides of each vanilla bean to expose the beans inside and place into container.
- Pour vodka over the beans in the jar, making sure the beans are completely covered. If the jar you are using is wider, more vodka may be needed.
- Seal the jar and shake it until vodka is well incorporated and set in the pantry (or out of sunlight) for 6 months.
Notes
When ready to use there are two options:
Option 1:
Leave the beans in and add a little vodka each use to make sure beans stay submerged, replacing the beans after 10-12 months (when flavor is decreasing).
Option 2:
Remove beans and use until finished. Note: The longer the vanilla beans sit in the vodka, the better.
Option 1:
Leave the beans in and add a little vodka each use to make sure beans stay submerged, replacing the beans after 10-12 months (when flavor is decreasing).
Option 2:
Remove beans and use until finished. Note: The longer the vanilla beans sit in the vodka, the better.